Ian Carmichael

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Biography

Ian Gillett Carmichael, OBE (18 June 1920 – 5 February 2010) was an English actor best known for his roles in the films of the Boulting brothers such as Private's Progress (1956) and I'm All Right Jack (1959). Later he played Dorothy L. Sayers's Gentleman Detective, Lord Peter Wimsey, on television and radio. Carmichael also had a career on stage.

Career Overview

Ian Carmichael has 46 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Stanley Windrush Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include School for Scoundrels, Lucky Jim, Private's Progress. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
46
Birth Date
1920-06-18 00:00:00
Birth Place
Kingston-Upon-Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

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